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The task of every parent is to decorate the children's room beautifully and functionally. A corner cabinet is an excellent assistant in this matter; the only thing is that you need to choose it correctly. Therefore, I propose to understand what the advantage of corner cabinets is, what types they come in and how to choose the right furniture.
Corner wardrobe - the optimal solution for a children's room
Advantages of a corner cabinet
Why a corner cabinet? The fact is that this furniture has several important advantages:
- Compactness. As a rule, children's rooms are not spacious, so compactness is an important selection factor. The furniture in question is installed in a corner, so it does not take up much usable space.
Corner furniture is compact
- Safety. The corner cabinet does not have external sharp or right corners, so there is no risk of injury. True, this advantage applies only to triangular or pentagonal models.
- Practicality. In terms of practicality, a corner cabinet is not inferior to ordinary wall cabinets.
- Original attractive look. Corner cabinets, although not uncommon, look more interesting and original than ordinary ones.
Thus, if there is a free corner in the children's room, it is more advisable to buy a corner cabinet. But how to choose it? We'll talk about this in more detail below.
A wardrobe in a children's room should be multifunctional
Using a corner cabinet in a nursery
Before you start choosing a wardrobe for the nursery, you need to decide for what purpose it is needed. As a rule, furniture is required not only to store clothes, but also books, toys and all kinds of small items. Accordingly, furniture should be multifunctional, i.e. with closed compartments, shelves and drawers. The optimal solution is a modular design.
Of course, if the room already has shelves and a bedside table, you can limit yourself to a small cabinet intended only for clothes and shoes.
Children's furniture differs in design and size
Differences between a children's closet and an adult's - requirements for furniture
A children's closet differs from an adult's in several important ways:
- Convenient access. The child must reach all sections of the closet, at least with a chair provided. Therefore, you should not buy furniture for the ceiling, even if it looks more harmonious.
- Safety. The cabinet should not have sharp corners or protruding elements. In addition, it must be stable and should not contain glass. If there are glasses, for example, mirrors, they must be safe.
- Color. As a rule, children's cabinets are made in brighter and catchier colors than furniture for adults. Keep in mind that the choice of color depends on the gender and age of the child. But, in any case, you should not purchase overly bright furniture, as it will have a negative impact on the child’s psyche.
Children's furniture should be made exclusively from environmentally friendly materials
- Environmental friendliness. It is highly advisable not to purchase cabinets or, in general, any other furniture for a children's room made from chipboard, since this material contains phenol-formaldehydes, which evaporate into the environment. Therefore, the material should be wood or plywood of special furniture brands.
To ensure that the cabinet meets all your requirements, it is better to purchase it to order. Finding a finished model will take a lot of time and effort. Moreover, there is no guarantee that you will be able to find exactly what you need.
Think in advance about what items will be stored in the closet.
Selecting a cabinet size
When ordering furniture, it is necessary to take into account, first of all, the height of the child, so that it is convenient for him to get things without unnecessary obstacles. It is not necessary to make shelves too high for children's things. It also doesn’t hurt to pay attention to the age of the child. For a child over 5 years old, it is possible to make special devices to match the furniture so that he can take things from the top shelves. In this case, it is possible to install a cabinet up to the ceiling with a large capacity for things. It can be made not too wide, saving space for the playing area.
Wardrobe with high ceiling
Storage in a corner cabinet
If a cabinet is purchased for things, its contents are standard. But, if its purpose is more extensive, it is important to think through every detail of the content. Manufacturers can equip it with everything necessary - a basket for toys, shelves for books and souvenirs, etc.
In addition, it is important to decide on the volume of things that will be stored. The size of the cabinet will depend on this. Moreover, it should be taken into account that the number of things stored in the closet is gradually increasing. Therefore, it is advisable that the cabinet have a reserve volume.
Internal filling
By choosing a corner wardrobe for the children's room based on a photo or based on your own ideas, you can organize a spacious area for children's things. You can put everything here: clothes, shoes, bedding, toys, books, sports equipment, accessories for creativity.
When choosing corner design elements, do not limit yourself to ordinary shelves. You can come up with boxes of different sizes, baskets, clothes lifts, rods, hooks.
To make it more convenient to arrange your favorite toys or drawing materials, having open shelving in your closet will help.
You can give preference to combined designs in which a corner cabinet is combined, for example, with a desk or bed.
Toddlers should also reach higher shelves if there are items they use frequently.
If the furniture is intended for two children of different ages, the lower shelves and drawers can be designed for a smaller child, and the upper ones for the older son or daughter. If the child is alone, consider stable support.
Kinds
Corner cabinets differ in several parameters:
The main differences between corner cabinets in a nursery
Next, we will briefly familiarize ourselves with all their types.
Configuration
Depending on the configuration, in addition to standard cabinets, which are a triangular or pentagonal design, there are the following types:
| Illustrations | Description |
| Corner cabinet with wall. It is a modular design in the form of an L-shaped set. This type of cabinet is the most practical, as it contains a lot of shelves, drawers and other compartments, which allows you to store everything you need in it. | |
| Corner wardrobe with bed. This furniture is also modular, therefore in many ways it resembles a wall, but additionally contains a bed, which can be either stationary or folding. The latter option is an excellent solution for small rooms. It must be said that the bed can be located not only at the bottom, but also at the top. In this case, under it there can be a workplace - a computer desk and shelves for textbooks and notebooks. | |
| Corner wardrobe. A special feature of this furniture are doors that slide along guides along the plane of the cabinet. Such furniture is intended for clothing, but it may have additional storage space, for example in the form of shelves that are attached to the sides. |
Types of structures
Depending on the design, the furniture in question is divided into the following types:
| Illustrations | Description |
| Frame. They are a standard structure consisting of a frame to which the facade and filling are attached. | |
| Modular (docking). This furniture includes several frame structures that are interconnected or simply installed side by side. | |
| Built-in corner cabinet. It is a stationary cabinet that is mounted in a niche or between walls. Sliding wardrobes are usually used only for storing clothes. |
Form
Depending on the shape, corner cabinets are divided into the following types:
| Illustrations | Descriptions |
| Triangular. They are the most compact cabinets that do not have external corners. | |
| Pentagonal. Larger than triangular, they have beveled corners. As a rule, additional small shelves are located on the beveled sides. | |
| L-shaped. Made in the form of two rectangular cabinets connected to each other in the corner. The angle at the joint can be straight, rounded or beveled. |
Materials
Children's furniture can be made from the following materials:
| Illustrations | Materials |
| Solid wood. The most expensive material, but durable and environmentally friendly. | |
| Plywood. In terms of strength, durability and environmental friendliness, it is not inferior to wood, but this only applies to furniture plywood made on the basis of casein glue or other environmentally friendly adhesives. Some brands of plywood are toxic. | |
| Chipboard. As mentioned above, it is better to abandon chipboard, since phenol-formaldehyde resins are used as a binder for wood chips. | |
| MDF. An environmentally friendly material, like chipboard, made from wood chips, but with greater density. It should be noted that MDF bends well and can be machined, therefore it is an excellent solution for a facade. |
Finish options
Most often, the following materials are used in the manufacture of children's cabinets:
| Illustrations | Description |
| Varnish or enamel. These coatings are not the most practical, as they are easily scratched and prone to chipping. But such a surface is easy to restore. | |
| PVC film (lamination). A relatively inexpensive and at the same time beautiful coating, since a photographic image is applied to it. Therefore, laminated furniture can reliably imitate any type of wood, and also contain various drawings and photos. The disadvantage of film is that it is easily damaged and cannot be restored. | |
| Plastic. Durable, beautiful and practical material, so it’s perfect for a child’s room. | |
| Glass or mirror. If furniture is purchased for a teenage boy or girl, you can give preference to a glass or mirror facade, provided that the glass is durable and safe. This is a practical and durable material, but it is known to not like shock loads. |
The mirror facade should not be located opposite the bed, as this will negatively affect the child’s psyche.
Configuration options
A corner cabinet can be an excellent solution, the main thing is to think about it and choose the most suitable configuration.
The most common corner cabinets:
L-shaped
This is a fairly compact version of the corner design. Its two parts are located at right angles. It is better to choose sliding or folding ones, which will also save space in the room.
Diagonal
This is a more impressive and bulky design. The door in this version is often hinged. It is very roomy, but due to its large size it may not be suitable for a small child.
Diagonal with central transition section
This option combines the advantages of the first two patterns. In it, straight parts are connected to a corner module. Doors can also be combined: in straight sections - sliding, in inclined sections - hinged.
Color scheme and decoration
Having decided on the configuration and materials, you should choose a color scheme. As mentioned above, you should stay away from bright colors. Therefore, it is best to purchase furniture in pastel colors.
Most often, parents try to get a blue or blue wardrobe for a boy, and pink for a girl. However, don't forget that there are a lot of neutral tones, such as green, yellow, purple, gray, etc. In order not to make a mistake with the color, involve the child himself in the choice.
Vinyl stickers allow you to transform the design of the facade
If the facade design seems too monotonous and boring to you, it doesn’t matter. Currently, there are all kinds of vinyl stickers and films that will transform or even completely change the appearance of furniture.
How to combine the design and color of furniture with the interior
The basis for combining furniture colors and materials for decorating a teenager’s or child’s room:
- light colors visually expand the space, dark ones do the opposite;
- one color should predominate in the design, bright accents should not overload the space;
- with a uniform tone of the walls, it is necessary to use furniture much darker or lighter than the wallpaper;
- floor and ceiling coverings should be of different colors so that there are no imbalances in the interior.
Corner cabinet care
So, we will assume that you have made your choice and the wardrobe is already in the nursery. In order for it to last as long as possible and at the same time remain attractive, you need to properly care for it with your own hands. Therefore, finally, I suggest that you familiarize yourself with the basic rules of operation and maintenance:
- Do not place furniture in front of a window. It is advisable that the façade should not be exposed to direct sunlight, as most coatings fade over time.
- Do not install the cabinet near heating radiators. This will cause the product to become deformed and crack.
Any closet requires proper care
- Wipe the surface from dust with a dry, soft cloth. Thanks to a dry cloth, there will be no streaks left on the surface.
- Remove dirt with a damp cloth soaked in soapy water. More aggressive detergents may damage the finish.
- From time to time, wipe the surface with a cloth lightly moistened with vegetable oil. Thanks to this, your furniture will always shine.
It is always more difficult to care for a glossy facade than a matte one, since hand marks are clearly visible on it.
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Conclusion
As you can see, when choosing a corner facade, it is necessary to take into account many nuances, but in general there is nothing complicated in this task. The main thing is that the furniture is environmentally friendly, comfortable and that your child likes it.
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May 22, 2022
Accessories, Children's design
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